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Center Strategies

There are SIX Core areas of focus that strategically guide The Center’s actions to realize the vision to strengthen and maintain community trust and confidence in The Center and thereby increasing Center membership and financial sustainability.   These strategies also allow the Center to carry out the mission of being the community’s gathering place.

Develop and deliver consistent, well timed brand messaging and supporting materials.

1.1        Positive Media Relationships

1.2        New Website, Appropriate Social Media Platforms, Online Registration & Payment

1.3        Timely Communication Materials/Welcome Packets

1.4        Target Anna Maria Island Community

Develop deeper partnerships and collaborations with local businesses and people.

2.1        Center As A Host Facility

2.2        One Community Partner For Each Center Program

2.3        Center As A “Bipartisan” venue

2.4        Strong Volunteer and Corporate Relations Programs

Go beyond the walls of The Center with our programs and activities

3.1        Center Team Members Participate in Community Events

3.2        Membership Campaigns

3.3        Community Updates

3.4        Senior Satellite Programming

Elevate citizen engagement to improve communications

4.1        Feedback and Input

4.2        Appreciation Event

4.3        Center Memories, Stories

4.4        Team Members Visable  In All Communities

Re-evaluate programs, activities, systems and structure to ensure brand alignment

5.1        Programs Aligned With Brand Promises

5.2        Performance Systems

5.3        Standard Operating Procedures

5.4        Employee Development Plans

Developing a sustainable financial model for the future

6.1        Expand community engagement and donor base to new island residents

6.2        City and County Financial Support

6.3        Payoff Debt- COMPLETED

6.4        Public & Private Funding

6.5        Revenue From Corporate Partnerships

Community Update: 6/1/16-12/31/17

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Center Hours:

Monday - Thursday 7 AM - 8 PM
Friday 7 AM - 7 PM
Saturday 8 AM - 3 PM

Center Schedule

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Phone: 941.778.1908

Email: hello@centerami.org

Annual Impact Report: Leaving a legacy supports growth for future generations!

Dear Center Community, As I reflect on this past year, I am filled with gratitude for the unwavering support and trust you place in The Center of Anna Maria Island. My name is Jillian Ptak, and I am proud to serve as … Read More

Center Contact

407 Magnolia Avenue
PO Box 253
Anna Maria, FL 34216

Phone: 941.778.1908

Email: hello@centerami.org

Center Hours:

Monday - Thursday 7 AM - 8 PM
Friday 7 AM - 7 PM
Saturday 8 AM - 3 PM

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